This course is truly amazing. He gave me a new perspective on the American Revolution and the founding of the American nation from the eyes of one of the greatest men in history. I highly recommend this course to anyone who wants to learn about the formation of the American Union as an independent state from the perspective of one of the founders of this union - the view of Thomas Jefferson.

Great Course! A profound analysis of Jefferson ideal and wish for the nation to be. This course demonstrate how great, clever and wise Jefferson was. Now I can better understand what JFK said during a Nobel prize winner reunion at the White House: This is the highest concentration of intelligent in this house since Jefferson had dinner alone. Thank you for sharing this course on the net.

Excellent course. Learnt a lot about Jefferson, and the context in which he lived. Arguably, he was a hypocrite, but in his own way championed equality and democracy. He could be criticized for failing to act on his own convictions in making steps to abolish slavery, that eventually came to a head with the Civil War. But he is certainly a person that is worthwhile to study.

Very interesting and vivid course. The wide range of information was presented at different location when they provided additional insight which constituted a creative twist and engaged the student much more. The lectures were energetic and engaging which encouraged students to participate and listen attentively throughout the entire course.

One of the most thought provoking classes I have ever taken. Professor is very interesting and promotes looking at Jefferson with new eyes. I was challenged and I really enthralled by the class and it helped me to contrast Jefferson and Hamilton better to understand the conflict between them. Bravo!! I would take the class again anytime.

Muy interesante la forma en la que pensaba y actuaba uno de los padres fundadores más importantes de la cultura norteamericana.

No solo con lo que tiene en cuenta con la Declaración de Independencia sino con la vida americana del siglo XVIII y XIX, y cómo con su ayuda intentó salvaguardar las libertades de los ciudadanos y los jóvenes.

The professor is an excellent and entertaining lecturer...very compelling look at Jefferson, his life, and his accomplishments. I'm very happy the educators did not shy away from the more distasteful aspects of Jefferson's life (i.e. his being a slaveholder). There was also a good mix of lecture, q & a, and campus tours of UVA. I re

I thoroughly enjoyed getting a more in-depth look at the ideas that Thomas Jefferson was trying to put forth for us to know and understand. I can go just about anywhere on the web to find out the concrete information about the man, it's more difficult to find information that is less concrete. I really got a lot out of this course.

I really enjoy and learn about the ideas of Thomas Jefferson about the American revolution, the Constitution, the malaise of slavery of those days, the importance of education to keep alive the principles of that Revolution and what means The Earth belongs to the living".

Thanks professor Onuf. The course was simple Outstanding!!!

What a wonderful course - in a very classical style; ie dependent on the enthusiasm and charisma of the sage on the stage, and Prof Onuf (sp) delivers. The original material in the course is also great - Jefferson's letters to Madison and others are fascinating to read. I wonder how long it took for him to write them?

As a former student of UVA, it was wonderful to see the place again, listen to some of the stories we heard around "grounds" -- no campus here -- back when I was a teenager. I have followed Jefferson's life story, but Professor Onuf still manages to tell me some things I didn't know. Well researched lectures.

Professor Onuf presented this overview of Thomas Jefferson in such a way that I was drawn back to this period of time and could feel the excitement and urgency of this time in our national history. This course definitely held my interest and kept me engaged in the topic. Thank you, Professor Onuf.

Exciting presentation. Excellent portrial of the periodic changes in thinking of TJ with his rise, fall and revival. While a conroversial thinker he truly was a renaissance men that will inspire future generations. America would not be exceptional, nor even a free country, empowed by the people.

Excellent and balanced presentations on Thomas Jefferson and his legacy. Jefferson would be proud that we were engaged in civic education in Prof Onuf’s class. Course was well organized. Tours of the University of Virginia and it’s relationship to Jeffersonian ideas was a plus.

A long time Jefferson enthusiast, I am grateful for this presentation of Jefferson's holistic ideas about natural rights and human nature and their application to politics and government. Mr. Onuf's perspective about Jefferson and education was especially compelling.

Really interesting to get such a deep perspective on Jefferson. I had very little interest in him, even growing up in his home state of Virginia, but now I can't wait to learn more. This is a great course worth a fantastic instructor. Highly recommended!

Excellent course on Thomas Jefferson and his impact on history. Mr. Onuf gave in-depth insights and solid interpretation of Jefferson, balancing our modern views while respecting the man and his time. Very interesting and well worth the time.

This was a great course. Mr. Onuf was so passionate about the subject that you couldn’t help but be drawn in. I learned so much about Jefferson and American history during his lifetime. Thanks for a very interesting and worthwhile course!

Absolutely LOVED this class. Professor Onuf is passionate, realistic and on the money in terms of explaining to the masses who Jefferson was and what shaped his thought process through and post-revolution. HIGHLY enjoyed this class

Exceptional course! I would have enjoyed several more weeks. Dr. Onuf's style and methods in presenting the material made it possible to understand Jefferson in a way I have not understood him before. Wonderful teacher. Thank you.

I really enjoyed the course,a part of American History, I knew very little of prior to signing up, enjoyed all the reading material and the lectures were great. I cant wait to sign up for anorther course.Philip From England

Very comprehensive review of his life and career. I also enjoyed the insights into the University of Virginia itself. This will also be helpful when I am teaching the Founding Documents in my Honors American Lit course.

I thought this was a very good overview of Jefferson. Supplemented by any of the numerous scholarly volumes on Jefferson's life, one might get a real sense of the character of the man within the context of his times.

I knew little of Jefferson and his role in the founding of this country and the principles he set forth.

This was an excellent course that I would recommend to anyone.

The tours of the campus were a nice interjection.